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synonym Comparative
建物
VS
落成

Differences Between "建物" and "落成"

Option A
建物
Meaning
building
Reading
たてもの (tatemono)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
あの高い建物は何ですか。
What is that tall building?
Option B
落成
Meaning
completion (of a building, often with a ceremony)
Reading
らくせい (rakusei)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
新しい図書館の落成式が盛大に行われた。
A grand completion ceremony was held for the new library.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(building)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 建物: Noun. A general term for any structure with a roof and walls, such as a house, school, or office block. More specific terms exist (e.g., ビル for a multi-story building).
- 落成: Similar to 竣工, but often implies not just the physical completion of construction, but also the readiness for use and sometimes includes an inauguration or completion ceremony.
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